The prophecy from the Book of Revelation provides a map to a terrifying future. The passage specifically points to the arrival of the Anti-Christ and the beginning of Armageddon. Robert Thorn, a senior American diplomat, has other things on… MoreThe prophecy from the Book of Revelation provides a map to a terrifying future. The passage specifically points to the arrival of the Anti-Christ and the beginning of Armageddon. Robert Thorn, a senior American diplomat, has other things on his mind. His wife, Katherine, who had suffered two previous miscarriages, has endured yet another unsuccessful delivery, but she's unaware their newborn child has died. The hospital priest, Father Spiletto, presents Thorn with another child born that night, whose mother died in childbirth. The priest compels Thorn to take the infant boy as his own. Katherine will never know the truth. Katherine embraces the child as her own, blossoming in motherhood. Thorn's career ascends. He becomes the U.S. ambassador to Great Britain, and the family settles into an estate outside London. But certain disturbing events seem to revolve around the now five-year-old Damien. The boy's nanny hangs herself at his birthday party; a strange priest brings dire warnings to Thorn; a children's trip to the zoo results in a panicked frenzy; Damien becomes hysterical during a drive to church; and blurred movements in a series of photographs portend shocking deaths. Then tragedy strikes closer to home. It's apparent that Damien is the long-prophesized Anti-Christ. Now, Thorn must make the ultimate sacrifice to prevent the unspeakable terror that awaits the world.

Unnecessary remake of a classic, this version of Richard Donner's The Omen is almost exactly like the original horror classic. The only difference is, is… MoreUnnecessary remake of a classic, this version of Richard Donner's The Omen is almost exactly like the original horror classic. The only difference is, is that everything is up to date, style wise, technology wise and so forth. This remake is worthless, and what's surprising is the impressive cast here. Not even a cast like this can save a dull film like this. If you've seen the far superior original directed by Richard Donner, skip this film. I'm actually surprised that with the talent involved, the filmmakers couldn't create a more effective remake. Instead this is a shot for shot clone and it's boring, dull, and above all lacks any real horror because, well it's predictable. There are some remakes that are good, unfortunately this updated version of The Omen isn't one of them. The film is very much like Gus Van Sant's version of Psycho. The reason that this film is terrible is that the film doesn't do anything, besides copying the original. For what it is, this is a mediocre horror film that is somewhat entertaining, but lacks the fire of the classic. The film simply misses the mark, and this the type of film that really puts an emphasis on unoriginality. Despite the cast, this film simply lacked the fire of the original, it's exactly the same film, except it's updated for modern times. The reason the film fails is that we know right from the start what happens, and the payoff just isn't like the original film. If you do watch this, you're watching the same film, minus the original jolts that the classic Omen delivered so well.

Lee ?

Pointless remake which did nothing to add anything original and different except to jazz up the death scenes with a bit of blood. The 1976 original was superior… MorePointless remake which did nothing to add anything original and different except to jazz up the death scenes with a bit of blood. The 1976 original was superior in every way and not once did this remake come close to challenging it. Wasn't really scary, a few cheap frights were thrown in here and there and, like I mentioned before, a couple of the death scenes have been over-sylized which admittedly do look impressive, but it takes away any scare appeal. Marco Beltrami did a very good job with the musical score, but stil, it's not a match for Jerry Goldsmiths Oscar winning original. This one will probably be enjoyed more by people who have not seen the excellent original version.

Dead Angel

Why make a remake if the original one is already good? But this wasn't that bad. But if they're making a remake it should have been better right? Ah… MoreWhy make a remake if the original one is already good? But this wasn't that bad. But if they're making a remake it should have been better right? Ah well

Cassandra Maples

This remake is like listening to a cover version of a Beatles song. You like it but really want to hear the original again. The original Omen is such a terrific… MoreThis remake is like listening to a cover version of a Beatles song. You like it but really want to hear the original again. The original Omen is such a terrific film, convincing, beautifully cast and with a great, raw Brit Gothic feel to it. The remake is a slightly glossier affair which is enjoyable enough but doesn't really take the story in any new directions, although it hints that it will. Opening images of 9/11 and the Asian tsunami promise a new take on the tale, but with the exception of the very final scene, this doesn't really happen. The set pieces of the original were beautifully done - here they're well done but don't seem to last long enough; they don't feel 'special' enough. The cast is good but, again, it lacks the gravitas of the original. This ambassador is no Gregory Peck. Overall, this isn't a bad way to spend two hours in the cinema - it's a hundred times better and more cinematic than New Moon for instance - but could have been a lot more than it is.

Dean !

I've not seen the original to be honest, so I can't compare them. I have to say though this was quite slow moving, more creepy than scary. The… MoreI've not seen the original to be honest, so I can't compare them. I have to say though this was quite slow moving, more creepy than scary. The original has quite a reputation, which might be a little dated now. This just didn't deliver any scares, jumps or action for me, shame as it has a very good cast!

Albert Kim

Booooring. The only scene that scared me? A grandma jumping on Liev Schreiber. The only reason that this movie brought me to watch this movie was its marketing… MoreBooooring. The only scene that scared me? A grandma jumping on Liev Schreiber. The only reason that this movie brought me to watch this movie was its marketing technique: 6.6.06. Pretty cool. Movie? Pretty bad.

Jeremy Smith

We Are Very Concerned, For The Wrong Reasons. If your questioning, in the age of remakes in which we live, how can one make a good remake of a bad film, the… MoreWe Are Very Concerned, For The Wrong Reasons. If your questioning, in the age of remakes in which we live, how can one make a good remake of a bad film, the answer is 'The Omen'. It is a horror with fair performances from an surprisingly varied cast, fascinating story and an scary visuals creating a creepy mood and atmosphere, more than can be said of the original. Better than the 1976 version, but still not a great film, horror or otherwise. The chill factor remains medium, with the exception of the frightfully scary Mrs. Bradock, played by the actress of horror Mia Farrow.

Conner Rainwater

I thought this was actually a really well done remake. It looked beautiful and is just an improvement on the original. Liev Schreiber and Mia Farrow were just… MoreI thought this was actually a really well done remake. It looked beautiful and is just an improvement on the original. Liev Schreiber and Mia Farrow were just amazing and everyone else was good too. I think that at the core, the idea is really disturbing in the fact that the villain is a seemingly harmless child. How can you kill your son? How can you be sure of anything when it is someone you have loved their entire life? A great question that I think is basically answered in: you can if it's the anti-christ.

Eric Alvarez

Didn't think it was 26% bad, but it could have been alot better. It has its fair share of good scares though.

vieras esine

I watched this as an AU Harry Potter film. The boy they really didn't want to attend Hogwarts. Lupin and Dumbledore were there, and so were Sirius Black… MoreI watched this as an AU Harry Potter film. The boy they really didn't want to attend Hogwarts. Lupin and Dumbledore were there, and so were Sirius Black (in his animal form) and (an even further disfigured) Voldemort.

Dean McKenna

This remake horror film was alike the version between <i>End of Days</i> and <i>Final Destination 3</i>. Looked more terrifying and I… MoreThis remake horror film was alike the version between <i>End of Days</i> and <i>Final Destination 3</i>. Looked more terrifying and I haven't seen the original one yet, that's true.
Director John Moore has thrown in a little more gore and a few subliminal shocks - and there are a range of succulently hammy turns from the likes of Pete Postlethwaite and Mia Farrow (nodding to her starring role in the same era?s <i>Rosemary?s Baby</i>) but for the most part has followed the original screenplay with uncanny slavishness.
Horror remake of Richard Donner's 1976 <i>The Omen</i>.

Anthony Lawrie

It?s a rubbish remake of a fantastic film. It does not improve on the story in any way. It does have some good turns by Thewlis, Farrow & Postlethwaite but… MoreIt?s a rubbish remake of a fantastic film. It does not improve on the story in any way. It does have some good turns by Thewlis, Farrow & Postlethwaite but they are fighting a losing battle when up against a talentless director, a kid that isn't scary and the pain to watch that is, Julia Stiles. Stop remaking and make something new!!!!